How many syllables in “autocephaly”?
syllables in "autocephaly"
Word details
Syllables
5
au · to · cep · ha · ly
Letters
11
a · u · t · o · c · e · p · h · a · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “autocephaly”
The word “autocephaly” contains 5 syllables, divided as au · to · cep · ha · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "autocephaly" have?
"autocephaly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "autocephaly" into syllables?
"autocephaly" is divided into syllables as: au · to · cep · ha · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "autocephaly"?
The Scrabble score for "autocephaly" is 21 points.
Using “autocephaly” in writing
"autocephaly" (au · to · cep · ha · ly) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “autocephaly” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.